Exam Invigilator

Bidvane; Biggleswade; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Stratton School, part of Meridian Trust, is seeking an exam invigilator for casual term-time duties. Training is provided and supervision will cover internal and external exams, ensuring rules and security are followed.

The role supports pupils and requires DBS checks and GCSE English Language or equivalent as part of eligibility.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the education system and how children learn.
• Ability to support pupils who find learning difficult.
• Firm but fair approach to invigilation.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during examinations.
• Ensure guidelines and security of papers are followed.
• Work under direction of Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator.
• Invigilate internal and external examinations throughout the year.
• Complete seating plans and examination documentation.
• Be flexible to cover timetable changes.

Skills

Education system understanding

Pupil support

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Flexible and reliable

Education

GCSE English Language or equivalent

Job description

A casual term-time post as an exam invigilator at Stratton School, within Meridian Trust. The role centres on supervising candidates in internal and external examinations while keeping to exam board rules and protecting paper security. No previous invigilation experience is needed, as full training is given, and the work includes supporting pupils who find learning hard. Fit depends on GCSE English Language or equivalent and passing an enhanced DBS check.

What the job involves

• Supervise students during examinations
• Ensure official guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of examination papers and procedures are followed
• Work at the direction of the Examinations Officer or Senior Invigilator
• Invigilate internal and external examinations throughout the year
• Ensure exam board regulations are adhered to
• Complete seating plans and other examination documentation
• Work flexibly within the examination timetable, covering unforeseen circumstances

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in English Language

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the education system and how children learn
• Ability to work closely with pupils who find learning difficult or have experienced failure
• Firm but fair approach
• Excellent organisation skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Flexible and reliable approach

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Pre-employment checks, including online searches

What’s offered

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities
• Route into teaching through the Initial Teacher Training Team
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on everyday essentials to holidays